Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• The Manufacturing Engineer will provide day-to-day technical support for the production line including cleanroom, sub-assembly, optical build, and laser final test areas
  • Maintain the quality, reliability, and cycle time standards of the current laser build process
  • Continuously improve current production methods using knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling, production equipment capabilities, quality control standards, and warranty metrics
  • Take responsibility for electronic travelers, assembly and process methods, and bills of materials
  • Work with quality, reliability, and supply chain teams to improve product performance
  • Implement corrective actions for problems reported by our customers 
  • Participate in transferring new products from R&D into production following project management strategies 

Education & Experience

• BS in Applied Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other relevant Physical Science majors or equivalent level of demonstrated knowledge.
• 5+ years of hands-on Manufacturing Engineering experience 
• Experience in managing large scale projects such as: product transfers, part qualifications and manufacturing system upgrades. 
• Experience in recognizing, developing and writing Capital Expansion Requisitions

Skills

• Very good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Lean Manufacturing background with Applied Knowledge
• Demonstrated Capability working with standard problem solving techniques like 6 SIGMA
• Excellent MS Office product skills
• Demonstrated knowledge in automation and introduction of database tools. 
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with team members to complete tasks in timely manner.
• Passionate about lasers and producing best performing Laser products.
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of Product Data Management (PDM) software used to manage BOMs and documented manufacturing processes through an ECO workflow. (e.g. Agile PDM)
• Self-motivated, hard-working, goal oriented, task focused, and a reliable team player. 

Working Conditions

• In-person work environment (<10% hybrid work)
• Collaborative, team based environment
• Innovation and new persepctives are encouraged

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work (sitting for extended periods) in an office environment.
• Frequent use of a computer and keyboard.
• Occasional lifting of equipment or materials.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About UsCoherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
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